Mauri and Zamperini have also been cited for violating two articles of the Code of Sports Justice. That is concerned with the principles of loyalty, fairness and integrity, and a ban on betting.

If the charges are proved, the players face bans while the clubs could be deducted points. Reports say prosecutor Stefano Palazzi could ask for a five-year suspension for Mauri, who is facing the most serious charges.

Last week, Serie B club Bari plea-bargained for a one-point penalty for match-fixing.

Bari was also fined 25,000 euros ($32,000) under the deal made with the Italian federation's disciplinary committee for arranging two matches, while several former players also reached plea bargains.

At least 50 people have been arrested in Italy for match-fixing since mid-2011, with matches under investigation by prosecutors in Cremona, Bari and Napoli.

This marks the third consecutive offseason that point penalties have been handed out by the federation. Four Serie A clubs were penalized last season.